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PX03 AXJ

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,992 mi
Last recorded176,992 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 AXJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 176,992 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 166,091 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 144,421 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 143,036 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2012 143,036 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 111,883 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 86,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 86,048 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 83,308 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 78,287 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 77,971 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 70,573 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 70,573 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 61,197 miles

o/s/f seat belt starting to fray

Fail 9 Oct 2007 61,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f seat belt starting to fray

Pass 25 Oct 2006 55,851 miles

o/s/r shocker leaking

Fail 25 Oct 2006 55,851 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r shocker leaking

Pass 24 Feb 2006 51,676 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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PX03 AXJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 96,828 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX03 AXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX03 AXJ registered?

PX03 AXJ is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is PX03 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX03 AXJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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